Every Sunday, toddlers, primary-schoolers and pre-teens walk through our doors, curious, energetic and ready to encounter God in a way that makes sense to them. What happens in that room in the years ahead could shape how they understand faith, church and belonging for the rest of their lives — and we’re looking for someone who would love that job.

We’re looking for a Children’s Ministry Leader to lead our two children’s programs — Buddies and Kidz Rock— implementing programs kids genuinely want to be part of, building a volunteer team who love doing it with you, and partnering with parents to build and shape the faith of the next generation.

About the Role

- Position: Children’s Ministry Leader
- Employment Status: 0.5 FTE (Part-Time)
- Reports To: Connect Pastor
- Probation: 6 months, with review at 3 and 6 months

You’ll prepare, coordinate, and spiritually develop all Children’s Ministry activities and programs—overseeingBuddies (toddler to pre-school) andKidz Rock (Prep to Grade Four). You will work with Bayside Youth Ministry to help implement theIntensity (Grades 5 & 6) pre-teen program.

What You’ll Do

- Provide visionary leadership and oversight of children’s ministry, from toddler age through to Grade 4
- Develop a clear vision and strategy for discipleship within children’s ministry, aligned with Bayside’s vision, mission and values
- Build, develop and lead a team of volunteers to meet the needs of children’s ministry
- Partner with parents in the spiritual development of their families
- Oversee the legal, logistical and procedural aspects of running mid-week, weekend and other children’s ministry events
- Manage budgets, expenses and procurement within the children’s ministry area




- Recruit and train volunteers, working alongside other church departments
- Help build and maintain a culture of safe ministry practices for all vulnerable people at Bayside Church and its affiliates

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

- A relevant tertiary or professional qualification in Theology/Ministry, Education or Early Learning is highly desired.

Experience & Skills

- Experience engaging and teaching children in a group setting
- Ability to train and lead a team of volunteers
- Understanding of child development stages and relevant child safety legislation/frameworks
- Biblical/theological grounding, with the ability to design and adapt age-appropriate discipleship content
- Strong communication skills, adaptable to different audiences (children, parents, volunteers, leadership)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational/time management skills
- A collaborative, team-first approach and a positive attitude to change

Personal Attributes

- Skilled, confident manner
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Genuine heart for children’s ministry and discipleship

Requirements Prior to Employment

- A validWorking with Children Check (WWCC)
- A satisfactoryPolice Check
- Completion ofmandatory safe ministry training

Bayside Church is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. All successful applicants must undergo relevant background checks as a condition of employment.

Bayside Church is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission (ACNC). Bayside Community Care and Bayside Foundation are charities registered with the ACNC and have Deductible Gift Recipient status with the Australian Taxation Office.

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📌 Children's Ministry Leader (Australia)
🏢 Bayside Church
📍 Australia